Astro All-Starz Podcast

In this episode I share the article ‘It’s all about you, I mean me, I mean WE!’ Originally published in the FAA Magazine, March 2023. Commissioned and edited by Brian Clarke.

Hoorah!—We’re finally talking about the Libra in Pluto generation. Let’s take a look at the transiting Pluto in Aquarius as it trines the Pluto in Libras natal placements over the next 20 years. Look forward to powerful opportunities and gifts the Pluto in Libra gen is ready to express.

Neptune is in Sagittarius for this gen so they’ve got to keep their spirits up and manifest positivity! Ignite Neptune (since it’s in sextile to natal Pluto) and look at possibilities as well as inspirational examples of late Pluto in Virgo people, a Pluto in Libra example from history (last time around) and Pluto in Libra people this time. We go over the Pluto sextile, to the square to the trine to figure out how this cycle unfolds.

*note > blog article up soon with the list and meme mentioned. 

Tune in for a very Taurus episode with Taurus rising represented by Micheal J. Morris and myself. We explore eco-sexuality, eco-sensuality, the erotica in natures forms and how we respond if we allow ourselves to—a topic close to Micheals heart, on which they have lectured extensively and focused their academic dissertation on.

Micheal talks about their involvement with performance activist Annie Sprinkle and her partner Beth Stephans, and their take on nature as Mother and lover, as a way of calling back respect and care for our environment in their Love Art Laboratory. The Love Art Laboratory’s Green Wedding chart referenced is set for May 17, 2008. 3pm. Santa Cruz.

We dive into eco-feminism, a topic I’m particularly fascinated with, ‘queerness, the parts of ourselves that exceed systems of categorisation, domination, and control’, then move through Taurus in Uranus, post humanism and trans-humanism and why its adherents are chasing a delusion.

Michael's impressive background as a Dr. of Dance with a PhD in Dance Studies, BFA in Dance, traditional astrologer, yoga instructor, writer, educator, facilitator, tarot reader, and witch, makes them a well-rounded and fascinating guest. They bring a depth of knowledge and sensitivity to our conversation that will leave you informed and inspired to go out and smell the roses.

Don't miss this compelling and informative episode, MJM is a marvel.

Rise and Shine, Starlings!!! We’re talking with Pro Astrologer & Author Christopher Renstrom about how to decode your rising sign with his new book, Rise & Shine, an Astrological Guide to How You Show Up in the World. 

I also wanted to hear about Renstrom's process as a 3x published author, so you have some insight into how he decided on this topic, his motivation, and more—to demystify the process. And I hope to encourage you if you are ready to write but procrastinating or don’t know where to begin. 

Rise and shine takes us through an intro to astrology is a timing mechanism or cosmic clock, the rising signs, and a breakdown of each rising sun with sun sign combo. 

At the end of the podcast, I read out my combo to give you an idea of how it rolls, and I must say, of course, it was accurate. I love Renstrom's seasoned synthesis, and I know you will too! 

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This episode is about Aqueerius, arguably the queerest, ok, let's say, embodying queerness in the true and new sense of the word. 

If anyone is out to queer the world, it‘s those bold, fixed air, transpersonal/super social Aqua placements we love so much. Consider where Aquarius is in YOUR natal chart, and come at me! 

Please join my card-carrying solar Aquarius guests, Rose Blakelock and Alyssia Osario, as we talk about:

Aqua vital stats: We qualify our Aquarian placements and see if we create a stellium in Aquarius.

I ask my guests, Q. ‘Do you relate to the Aqua archetype?’ What the memes get right, what they don’t, and why. 

Aquarius and Queerness

The Saturn handover to Pluto going into Aquarius

Aquarians and books (or pop cultural musical/film touchpoints) that were influential, pivotal, or we related to and why. 

I LOVE the sign of Aquarius - so smart, always keeps me on my toes and always has plenty to say, interesting perspectives to share and a passion for contributing to society at large. They make fabulous friends, perfect pod guests, enquiring intellectuals and successful social agitators + reformers. 

Enjoy this episode as much as I did. Go catch up with Blakelock and Ossario and let us know your thoughts on this episode, and any comments or additions.

“As midwinter (midsummer in the southern) arrives, so does the 6th Queer Astrology Conference (QAC23)!

This one day conference sports a completely QTBIPOC roster ~ via multiple dialogues wrapping up the groundbreaking 5th conference back in 2020.

Principle of the Mayo School of Astrology, based in London, originally from New Zealand, WENDY STACEY brings her Sagittarius Moon/Neptune conjunction for a very Sagittarian conversation. Three decades of Astrology through modern, mundane, financial and more, teaching quite early on, a social sciences degree under her belt, financial and property background, PHD in the making and a couple of books to add to two already published. 

Wendys knowledge is broad, and we talk about a LOT. With a special focus on Pluto moving into Aquarius and what to expect. There’s a multitude of ways this transit can express, so here’s a few that are positive if you’re willing to see the silver lining and roll with the punches. Sagittarius is a mutable sign, long form and focussed on the horizon so what better subject than prediction. 

Between us we have 13 planets in fire, and a blazing grande fire trine which I could feel in the synastry, reminding me why it’s so essential to touch base with your element!

Pro-Astrologer and teacher Stella Starwoman aka Woods is a multi planet in Sagittarius, Sag rising and Venus in Scorpio so here we are publishing on Scorp/Sag cusp.

I studied transits, timing techniques and prediction in Stellas 2nd year class and since my book Astro Power (about transits), just debuted, here she is! I enjoyed every class so much, Stellas warm teaching style, passion and broad knowledge base it’s a pleasure to have maintained contact and count her as my friend. 

Having practiced astrology for 30 years, teaching astrology as well as tarot classes for 18 years in Melbourne Australia, Stella and is now back in her home town in England where she’s available for consultations over Zoom. (Links below)

With so much astro observation under her belt, Stella is a wealth of knowledge. Tune in to pick up insights on: 

Scorpio

Venus in Scorpio

Sagittarius

Predicting with the Saturn cycle

Then on into ancient histories and mysteries

The fact is we can’t explain astrology using Newtonian physics 

Past life regression 

The possibility of ancient technologies/previous civilisations pre the great flood

Asking what if and keeping an open mind to things you don’t know or understand yet-ie question your beliefs

A reminder that “ conflict is the result of objection to (and perceptions of) difference“

The original space race….“They say the scientific revolution was driven by astronomy, but you could just as easily say it was driven by astrology”. Let’s find out!

Our special guest is Alexander Boxer ‘a data scientist with a PhD in Physics and degrees in the history of science and classics + a healthy grasp of Latin. In a perfect storm, or in this case his first book, these skill sets came together to create A Scheme of Heaven: Astrology and the Birth of Science. 

I found Alexanders recent book in our library system here in Australia, and the freshness of his cross disciplinary approach to the history of Astrology as a driving force of science and early technology intrigued me. So here we are. For his research Boxer was able to read texts in their original Latin, so nothing was lost in translation. Astrology, Astronomy and mathematics were originally the same bag with various applications. ‘Astrology was the ancient worlds most ambitious attempt to fathom the heavens, an epic data-analysis enterprise sustained by some of history’s most brilliant minds. Humans are pattern-matching creatures, and astrology is our grandest pattern matching game. 

Find out what ‘A scheme of heaven’ referred to, what the ‘horoscope’ previously meant and how astrology, (and it’s underlying search for meaning) has impacted our world more than most people realise. 

Tune in to learn about composite charts (the supercouple chart) and go behind the scenes of the Cosmic Love series. Ophi has Sagittarius Sage Wisdom, Scorpio Soul and decades of experience. I love her warmth, humour and quotes like ‘astrology is a tool not a rule’, ’relationships are on a big IOS upgrade, there’s got to be a better model’ — I second that! Listen in for the AstroTwins well aimed intentions for Cosmic Love and SUPERCOUPLE. 

*Post script~I spontaneously ended up copy editing/proofing Supercouple (after this pod was recorded) so having read the entire book I will say it’s so amusing, found I was reflecting on many relationships and found a few interesting patterns in composite charts of my most significant relationships ie lots of 7th and 9th house stelliums (bunches of planets in one zone and sign). 

And that’s a wrap on the LGBTQ+scrabble board Pride month for another year. What’s a pride party without an after-party?! Please join my esteemed special guests, seasoned pro astrologers, and gals about the astro-verse Jessica Lanydoo and Christopher Renstrom, with me your marvelous host Vanessa Montgomery to continue the astro and celebrate gay every day. 

We discuss pride, astrology, why it’s essential to ask who’s writing the history and why if you’re using it as reference or context. Reading an astro chart for any and all types of identities (*hint, it’s the same, we’re all human!) Jessica discusses centering lesbians and her recent scissor post, niche gay content, why she uses the term Queer, thoughts on the future and so much more both serious and humorous. Renstrom reminds us you have pride (like lion family pride but astro and queer) throughout history, time, and the community; there are stories to be drawn upon. 

Today we chat with classic Gemini and Berlin-based artist, Lyndal Walker, as she discusses two of her previous works and her current zodiac collection, COSMIC CHILDREN. 

Cosmic Children is super modern, with diverse representation, and ignores the gender binary in favor of the underlying archetype expressed by each sign. 

The two previous works featuring fans and silk scarves feature classic Gemini/Mercurial themes of (visual) communication, duality, and the trickster. 

"Lyndal Walker's solo practice has been concerned with themes of gender, identity, time, and fashion.  The nature of images and the process of looking are core conceptual concerns that pervade her photographs and installations.  Challenging gender stereotypes and exploring fluidity have been an aspect of her practice for many years and she has done this through forms that challenge convention and fine art traditions.

Walker has held lecturing positions at Universities including Monash, RMIT, and the Victorian College of the Arts.

Alchemical Breakfast - The language of fans

Silk Cut - Cheeky scarves *(a little explicit material/adult content)

Cosmic Children - Photographic collage of each zodiac sign. 

☆ Find Lyndal

My special guest ultra Libran BRIAN CLARK spills the cosmic tea on all things LIBRA with pro-tips and lived insights. With natal placements of the Sun, Neptune, Mercury, and the Moon blessed by this Venusian sign, and almost fifty years of astrology behind him, who better to chat Libra with. 

One of the leading lights of the astrology community here in Australia, Brian, along with Glennys Lawton ran the Astro*Synthesis school of astrology from the Chiron Center, which is where I began my formal studies in Astrology. 

”Astrology and archetypes never change, it’s the social context that changes”. “The archetypal stream, source, isn’t binary (it’s unity)..(it’s been) caught in a cultural dynamic”. Brian calls us to honor the archetypal streams that flow underneath, and I second that motion!

Brian began his study of astrology in 1972. He has served as national president for The Fraternity for Canadian Astrologers (FCA) and The Federation of Australian Astrologers (FAA) as well as the chairman of the Association of Professional Astrologers (APA).

The astrology of Britney Spears, it’s all about those transiting planets to personal planets, #metoo, finally waking up to a gynocentric world view, the changing face of paps/tabloid culture and the mass projections celebrities capture. Well, It is Leo season after all. And Britney is a Sagittarius, the sign of freedom!!

#freebritney seemed like one of those crazy internet conspiracies at first, but as usual, truth is stranger than fiction. What else is truth dressed up as fiction? Probably a lot at the moment! #freebritney is a massive social media, fan-based drive pushing for accountability and freedom. We're all ready for a good news story, so #freebritney! 

In this episode, we walk through Britney Spear's timeline as the cycle of the outer planets moves through her birth chart and connect with her personal planets, and point at ALL the key moments we know and love her for. The gifts and the very challenging, it's all there. If you'd like me to map this out visually in a blog post, let me know, and I shall! If you'd like me to deep dive Britney's natal chart, also, let me know. 

There's a bit of astro jargon so beginners, have your Star Power and Astro Power handbooks at the ready, see links below if you don't have yours yet. 

Living astrology legend (LAL), with FIVE planets in the sign of the twins, MELANIE REINHART represents as CLASSIC GEMINI. 

We go beyond the memes to talk about key factors of Gemini, ie the other twin! 

Reinhart literally wrote the book on Chiron (Chiron and the Healing Journey) + many more because, classic Gemini, so of course I took the opportunity to learn and share how the information opened up to her +  her take on the current Chiron in Aries cycle. 

I thoroughly enjoyed re-listening to this one under Mercury Retrograde in Gemini, and I know you will too! Tune in, take notes and enjoy a thoughtful and insightful astrological conversation. 

My Taurus rising sees Christopher Renstroms Taurus rising, Venus rulership (of asc), and queer perspectives in astrology. We talk on multiple topics, it's educational, and entertaining. I ask the question, 'Is that why we're so pretty?

Always wanted to write a book/get published but never knew how? Catch these HOT tips on getting yourself started. 

This is the source for everyone that has ever slid into my DM's asking how to find a publisher and get rolling. Since the only response I have is that I made a decision and a vision board, then Zena emailed me, today I've brought in the expert (non-fiction). 

Zena Alkayat was my commissioning editor on my first book Star Power. Based in London she has professional herstory in journalism, magazines, book publishing, now founder and CEO of her own BLOOM the magazine + a BLOOM book series due out August 2021.

This episode is loosely tied to Classic Taurus (rising) for Taurus solar season, Enjoy!

With 5 planets in Pisces (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Mars & Chiron) and a seasoned professional astrologer, Julija is the perfect Pisces to share insights into the magical fishes. Currently dialed into Neptune transiting across her Sun she's slowing down and reaching into the mist to discover her next move.- the way of the Pisces! Listen in to note what it all boils down to from the creative oceanic mind of the one ruled by the Queen of the Seas & subconscious. 

Julia is based in Melbourne, Australia, and heads up an astrology collective that offers quality courses, retreats, a fantastic blog resource, and more all through her hub The Cosmic Intelligence Agency. While you're there, check out Julijas work on the Venus cycle. 

PART 1 is the astrology of Wonder Woman, Linda Carter, Gal Gadot, and director Patty Jenkens.   There are specific astro connections, the sacred lunar number 13, women reclaiming the Aries archetype and representing that yang principle + more.  

WW1984 is the most streamed movie of 2020 so there's something to the movie, the archetypes, those involved, and the sign of the times. Reclaim,  reload, and represent as Chiron travels through the sign of Aries and we see powerful, assertive, independent action women to identify with and influence a whole new generation.   

PART 2 is my interview with classic Aquarius, Academic/scholar, writer, film & cultural critic, Wonder Woman memorabilia collector - fan - expert, Evelyn Hartogue BA MA MA.  Evelyn has a book in the works about Sheroes which we're all ready for.  

⚡️We discuss the history of WW, ⚡️the evolution, ⚡️the villains, ⚡️the ancient Amazonian inspiration, who they really were, and why the Ancient Greek propaganda + more!  

The 20-year rendezvous of Jupiter and Saturn is called the great conjunction and known as the monarch maker.

It's part of a 200-year cycle (the great mutation), which is part of a long 800-year cycle.

Learn more about;

 This change of the guard, and what to expect.

What happened in past cycles.

Is this the dawning of the Age of Aquarius?- the definitive answer. 

What the plague, SARS, antebellum fashion, rise and fall of Rome/Feudalism/Ghengis Khan, and the millennium all have in common and why. 

Do you have Saturn in Aqua? This is your Saturn return! I have a job description for you that's under repped in the job market. 

Jupiter in Aqua or strong Aqua placements, this is your lucky year, Go. For. It!!

*Note Chinas reopening of the Silk Road, the one belt, one road initiative cost is 900 Billion, not trillion! - yet. 

🌞  Enjoy!

+ check out my new book COSMIC POWER to get better acquainted with your sign, and commit to glowing your own way.

It’s Sagittarius season, the fire sign Ruled by Jupiter the planet that expands everything it contacts - so I’m bringing you more classic Sagittarius representation with modern mystic, Dr. John Demartini, a classic triple Sagittarius with Sun, Moon, and rising in the sign of the centaur.

Demartini is classic as a globe-trotting, teacher of thousands. He has overcome physical and learning challenges to become a widely read and researched world-renowned specialist in human behavior. Perhaps best known for The Breakthrough Experience in which he uses his signature 'the Demartini Method' to integrate and heal unowned parts of self and perception. 

FYI ~ Sound familiar? That's because you saw John in the hit metaphysical movie 'The Secret'. 

With 48 years of study and application, I highly recommend Demartini's work. Listen in for sage insights and life hacks as he boils down how to get out of your own way and on the way! 

* Fun Fact * Demartini lived on an ocean liner called 'The World' and was married to Australia's beloved high priestess of Astrology, Athena Star Woman. 

We talk about: 

★ The underlying principle of attachment

★ Polarity (one of my fave takeaways I've learned from Demartini- I use it ALL the time and it's a central theme in Astrology)

★ The Values Factor - that's represented by your Venus placement as well as the 2nd house. This is an essential teaching that will enrich your understanding and practice of astrology, as well as your life. 

★ The spiritual Panpsychic founder of chiropractic

★ The Sun 

★ Freedom 

★Reflective awareness (one of the most useful, readily available tools on the path)

+ more. 

Dr. Demartini is a living polymath legend, be sure to listen all the way to the end, subscribe, share this episode, and, if you resonate, don't hesitate, find more Demartini and an ever-expanding body of work at;

Xmas comes early as triple Capricorn Jessica Lanyadoo represents with all things pragmatic senex.

It is my absolute pleasure to share Jessica's insights as she is another of my all-time favorite astrologers and modern mystics respected internationally as a counseling and lecturing Astrologer as well as a Psychic Medium – with an ever-growing fanbase across the globe. On my list of which astrologers to listen to and learn from, Jessica, like any self-respecting Goatly Capricorn is at the pinnacle thanks to her 25 years of practical application and socially progressive style.

In this episode, we'll share excerpts from Jessica's book, Astrology For Real Relationships, which reflects her progressive style with constructive Capricorn real talk from consent to boundaries to Venus in the first house topping from the bottom-yes you heard that right!

★ The 1 question everyone asks in consultation even if they don’t realize it.

★ Professional practice and pro-business tips

★ How to say ‘I don’t know’ instead of fudging it

★ Saturn returns, planning and mastery

★ Strategy and the long game

★ ‘old car smell’ / ‘new car smell’ (it’s a metaphor)

★ The Capricorn archetype rebrand – Lanyadoo style!

*hint-A Queer perspective - Capricorn is High Femme.

★ that sense of humor we don’t often hear about, but should!

Starling, if you resonate, don’t hesitate;

It's Sagittarius season so who better to bring the Sage-wisdom than multi-versal and versatile modern mystic-astrologer-writer-soulpreneur-feminist-dachshund loving Centaur, Ophi Edut who you may know as one of two parts AstroTwin from AstroStyle. 

"Loved talking to @Astro_AllStarz about the traits of a "classic Sagittarius" on her awesome podcast. Tune in for Centaur sister-talk on entrepreneurship, why we love working on holidays & the neuroscience behind smiling - a Sagittarius secret weapon." - Ohira Edut

Join us for a sag romp through;

★ Lucky comp wins

★ International media, philosophical Sag in full flight

★ A current celebrity astro twin of the Astro Twins

★ A Sag hack to happiness & high vibes

★ And why Sagittarius often lands on their feet (when one foot isn't in their mouth of course-or is that tongue in cheek...)

★ Ophi shares sage-atarius wisdom for baby Saggos, and those who love them

★ We talk biz tips from 30 years of experience and so much more

-- Ophi is a delight with insight --- Let's dive in and get a feel for the Sag vibe, take some notes and see if you can pick out at least one thing to take on board from #saggo life.

If you resonate don’t hesitate;

△ This is a healing guided experiential meditation taking you on a journey to your solar/navel and heart chakras. 

We get acquainted then we tune your frequency, your mindset, and resultant feel-good chemical cascade to the key of 'ME'!

This is a yin approach, published on the dark moon in Scorpio; planting the seeds for self-expression, confidence, and solar cosmic power!

So you can amp your shine, stand, and deliver. 

Your sun sign shine is key to confidence and self-esteem.  As is an equal balance between the solar plexus and heart chakra. It's essential for vitality and shaking off certain health issues specific to socialized gender roles. ie Queens, focus on your solar plexus. Guys, focus on your heart chakra and give it all out!

△ Gratitude to Swami Shankarananda who taught me the extended version of this meditation which I've adapted here. 

And to Gardener Grows who created the musical track and production. 

You can find a copy of Cosmic Power, Ignite your light, a simple guide to sun signs for the modern mystic everywhere books are sold! 

For this inaugural episode, since we're launching in Virgo season on the full moon in mystic Pisces, I have a special treat to kick of season one. 

Today I have with me Astrologer and Modern Mystic, Tony Howard.  As the founder of Astrology University and Fresh Voices in Astrology, and rocks 6 planets in Virgo to give us the inside lane! This episode is for Virgos and those that love and appreciate them. Astrology enthusiasts, learn more depth about what motivates Virgo, what makes them tick, and how to navigate the pitfalls of being so detail and service-oriented. 

If you haven’t discovered Tony yet this is a must-listen episode. We talk business models, ethics, inclusivity and so much more.

I am inspired by Tony in so many ways that are important to me and resonate with my highest values. Leading by example, Tony reminds me to do and be my best, to work in service of the greater good and so much more. 

If you want to learn astrology do check out his 4-year course. I believe in the value of solid education in astrology. And he houses some of the best and most experienced teachers available as well as twice-yearly summits and regular workshops, all available online. 

If you resonate, don't hesitate;

Launching on the mystic full Moon in Pisces, this is a quick intro to the Astro All-Starz Podcast, a little about me, and the wonders I'll be sharing with you in future episodes! 

Be sure to subscribe and share so you don't miss out. 

You can expect astrology, glowing your own way, helpful tips, & cosmic intel with guest interviews as we dive deep to reveal the modern mystic in us all. We'll be talking all things stepping into your shine, freeing your mind, owning your power, and changing your world.

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